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straight
Definition:
(nou) a heterosexual person; someone having a sexual orientation to persons of the opposite sex (nou) a poker hand with 5 consecutive cards (regardless of suit) (nou) a straight segment of a roadway or racecourse
Phonetic Transcription:
streɪt
Examples:
The trough is parabolic in one direction and straight in the other.
The slope of the fitted straight line is also the estimation of formula_109.
The point of the leaf base to the first serration is almost a straight line.
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Common mistakes of straight pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "straight" with a long "a" as in "stay" /steɪt/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the diphthong /eɪ/ followed by /t/, ensuring the "ai" is pronounced as /eɪ/.
- Ignoring the "gh": Many might say "straight" as if it were spelled "strayt" /streɪt/. This omits the "gh" sound. Tip: Remember that "gh" is silent, and it should not alter the vowel sound.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some people stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ˌstreɪt/. This is not standard. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable by pronouncing "straight" as /ˈstreɪt/ for clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Learners might pronounce "straight" with an exaggerated "t" sound, making it sound like /streɪtʰ/. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and clear without extra aspiration.
- Confusing it with similar words: Some may mix up "straight" with "stray" /streɪ/ or "strate" /streɪt/. This can change the meaning. Tip: Practice differentiating "straight" by focusing on its unique sound and context.